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The TrailManners crew is from the beautiful trails in Ogden, Utah and we’re here to connect you to wherever trail, ultra and mountain running takes us. We’ll chat with amazing athletes, discuss the latest trends and get you stoked for your next trail adventure.
TrailManners is about capturing the moment: the possibility that everyday has the potential to be the best day of your life. Every day. 
We will have interviews, gear reviews, race reports, LOTS of podcasts, contests and loads of entertainment from beers of the week, random bigfoot sightings, race updates and everything in between.
We promise to always bring our passion and love for the trails as well as a healthy appetite for cheese curds and a solid IPA. 
 We want to thank you for taking this journey with us.
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Episode #347: Preston Wood - Lotteries: Hardrock, Western, Bear and ideas
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Episode #347: Preston Wood - Lotteries: Hardrock, Western, Bear and ideas

As promised we are back with Preston Wood for an early talk about the 2026 Hardrock 100 field but we also dive into lotteries in general. We throw some ideas back and forth and may have solved a Hardrock problem (or is it). We have so much respect for RD's and races but open conversation is also very good. We have fun, go deep into lotteries and best of all- we can all have opinions and get along. 

Love to hear ideas....

PLUS, love to hear your race thoughts for Aric!

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Episode #346: Adam Wolf - Rocky Mountain Slam
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Episode #346: Adam Wolf - Rocky Mountain Slam

He's back! Adam Wolf joins us in the studio to sit down and talk about his Rocky Mountain Slam completion over the summer. He was 17 years old when it started and crossed the Bear at 18 years of age. The Rocky Mountain Slam is an amazing feat for anyone but at 18 - come on!

We talk training, recovery and what this young man has in his future. 

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Episode #345: Holiday Gift Guide Men - Part 2
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Episode #345: Holiday Gift Guide Men - Part 2

In Part 2 we start off with our favorite piece of gear - SHOES! Jared and Joel are no strangers to the world of trail running shoes and we cover a lot! We take a quick run through the nutrition word and hit on more can't miss things on our miscellaneous category. These 2 sure can talk me into spending money but at least I know it tested and true!

Thats a wrap for our 2025 holiday guide. Don't forget about the giveaway and make sure you let us know what we missed!

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Episode #345: Holiday Gift Guide Men - Part 1
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Episode #345: Holiday Gift Guide Men - Part 1

Here we go- more GEAR! In this episode we bring on Joel and Jared to chat about some cant miss gear for the fellas. We have some old stand bye and som new stuff you need to check out. In Part 1, we cover much in the apparel line and might even have come up with the next big thing. 

Special thanks to Jared and Joel for their time and gear knowledge!

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Episode #344: Women’s Holiday Gift Guide - Part 2
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Episode #344: Women’s Holiday Gift Guide - Part 2

Here is part 2 of the Women's Holiday gift guide as well as a fun exchange with the lightning round. In this episode we get into nutrition and some great stocking stuffer ideas.

Don't forget to listen and hear how you can win some fun swag this holiday season!

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Episode #344: Holiday Gift Guide Women - Part 1
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Episode #344: Holiday Gift Guide Women - Part 1

Women's Holiday Gift Guide is here! Since 2015 TrailManners has enjoyed bringing you the Holiday Gift Guide and this will not disappoint. In this episode we have 3 fantastic guests that help breakdown what you or your trail runner need this holiday season. The women's gift guide is broken into 2 parts so make sure to stayed tuned for part 2.

We want to thanks Heidi, Alex and Sarah for sharing the insight into amazing gear!

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Episode #343: Dustin Booker
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Episode #343: Dustin Booker

The trail community is loaded with amazing people and today we sit down with one of those. Dustin Booker loves the mountains, loves to run and loves life. When you see him on the trails, chances are he "got it out" and greets you with a smile. He is real and authentic and reminds us all why we do this. 

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Episode #342: Preston Wood - Hardrock 100 2025
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Episode #342: Preston Wood - Hardrock 100 2025

Preston Wood returns to the show to recap his Hardrock 100 race. He gives a blow by blow account of his first Hardrock race including his unique training to get there. Preston will be back after the Hardrock 2026 lottery to chat early race predictions. As we wrap it up we answer the two "Ask TrailManners" questions from the week.

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Episode #341: Sarah Manning - Orcas 100
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Episode #341: Sarah Manning - Orcas 100

nshadow Running puts on one of the most beautiful 100 mile races in North America - the Orcas Island 100. In February, Sarah toed the line at Moran State Park and left with memories of a lifetime. Surrounded by her family, Sarah completed the race in 34:07. We recap the training, the race and the travel as well as a creek crossing that will not be forgotten.

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Episode #340: Jim Skaggs
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Episode #340: Jim Skaggs

Episode #340: Jim Skaggs

When Jim Skaggs came to Utah I am sure he had no idea the impact he would make and the legacy he would leave. It's been 20 years since the first running of the Buffalo Run on Antelope Island and this past weekend Jim packed his trailer for the final time. 

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Episode #339: Project Taper Up
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Episode #339: Project Taper Up

We have been working on a new project and its time to announce it: Project Taper Up!

What is Taper Up?

Our mission is to create engaging, educational, and empowering content that helps runners "Taper Up" in life, health, and fitness—no matter their pace. By combining expert insights and decades of trail-running experience, we aim to inspire our community to enjoy the trails to their fullest potential.

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Episode #338: Christmas Gift Guide - Women
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Episode #338: Christmas Gift Guide - Women

Here is Part 2 of our annual Christmas Gift Guide and it too is loaded with trail running gear and we are lucky enough to bring back Sarah Manning & Heidi Waddoups to talk about women specific items as well. It’s a long one so buckle up and enjoy!

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Episode #337: Christmas Gift Guide - Men
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Episode #337: Christmas Gift Guide - Men

Our annual Christmas Gift Guide is back again and loaded with trail running gear and we are lucky enough to bring back a TrailManners Legend! It’s a long one so buckle up and enjoy! We cover some of our favorite gear and talk about some new stuff too. We have a crazy contest with great giveaways from:  TrailMannersDeath March Running CompanySquirrels Nut Butter, Skratch Labs, FleetFeet and more!

Gotta listen to see how to enter. Plus, we have some discount codes available to save a little coin.

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Episode #336: Michael Whiteside
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Episode #336: Michael Whiteside

We had a great time talking to Michael about his love for running and going after the 100 mile distance. If you talk to Michael you can see the happiness all over his face, he truly love being in the mountains and has a deep passion for what he does. As Michael says- "More is better.

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